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Disclaimer** I like for readers to find their own meaning, but I also like to convey what I feel about the work. So you have an advantage over me. If you can take what I say with a grain of salt and only take heed to my words so far as it puts you on the right track for deciphering meaning, you can take more understanding from the poem then the author!

This poem is part two of a three part semi-epic poem about a man with a big heart, who loves the natural world, but starts to break down from the pressures of modern day society

The first block of the poem is about the time in a rebellious man's life where he feels a little beaten down by society's demands. Unwilling to conform, he is met with a sense of hostility and confusion. So he begins to look back at history and sees who wins all the wars and makes all the money. The men they put on high may appear beautiful at face value, but as one becomes learned in the history of man, he sees many evil deeds were done in order to triumph in this world. This blueprint seems to work throughout history, and it always pays off for "the wicked" The only thing holding us back is the idea of virtue being inherently good. But unfortunately, this can only be taken on good faith. Mr. Hume starts to think that he may die a sucker, he fears he may be naive, not honorable. What is honor really? He thinks to himself

The second block is probably my favorite. It is sort of a satirical blend of story-telling about the forces of motivated men in the business word. It makes it sexy and ridiculous at the same time. It states the very obvious point that what they sell is fake feelings of happiness. It states that they know they are lying. It then gives a great excuse of their behavior. People allow this world to take advantage of them. Imagine if a herd of water buffalo laid themselves before lions. What would the lions do? The lines get blurred on the subject of right and wrong and so leads Mr. Hume to make his final decision.

In block three, Mr. Hume throws on his suit and tie and begins to go along with the hustle and bustle of common life. He feels the excitement of instant respect and adoration. He feels the power of a suit, and the benefits of money. He begins to ride the roller coaster of life. But somewhere deep within he suppresses something far more important. Something he never realized. The pertinence of his legend. The reader can also get a really good hint as to whose perspective the poem is in. The end of this final block gives way to the final part of this poem, soon to be available for the hubpages community.

Nature or Technology?

If you had all the means to live a completely fulfilling life. Where would you live it?

Out in nature, a beautiful jungle or a quiet forest.

In the metropolitan super cities. In the hustle and bustle of common life.

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